1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2003 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2003 Ford Fiesta is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Fiesta (67 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 739 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Fiesta (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2003 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | QB | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
